Lily Cole

Name: Lily Luahana Cole

Introduction: Lily Cole is a British model, actress, author, film director, and entrepreneur. She rose to international prominence as a distinctive supermodel in the 2000s, known for her striking red hair and doll-like features. Beyond fashion, she has pursued diverse interests, including acting, writing, and various social and environmental initiatives.

Date of birth: December 27, 1987

Height: 5 feet 10.5 inches (1.79 m)

Place of birth: Torquay, United Kingdom (She was raised in London by her mother.)

Family:

Parents’ names: Patience Owen (mother, artist and writer) and Chris Cole (father, fisherman and boat builder). Her mother is Welsh.
Siblings: She has one sister (name not widely publicized).
Partner: Kwame Ferreira (since 2012). They are not publicly stated as married.
Children: Wylde Cole Ferreira (daughter, born 2015).
Relatives: Not widely publicized beyond her parents and sister.

Profession: Model, actress, author, film director, entrepreneur.

Nationality: British

Religion: Information not consistently available, though she has explored philosophical and ethical issues in her work. (Note: A separate “Lily Kate Cole” is a Christian influencer, which can cause confusion.)

College or university attended:

Sylvia Young Theatre School (attended as a child)
Latymer Upper School
King’s College, Cambridge (graduated with a Double First Class Honours degree in Art History in 2011).

Biography and What Famous For:

Lily Cole was discovered at the age of 14 by fashion scout Sarah Doukas (who also discovered Kate Moss) in London. Her unique look – porcelain skin, bright red hair, and distinctive doll-like features – quickly made her a sensation in the fashion world.

By the age of 16, she graced her first British Vogue cover. In 2004, she was named “Model of the Year” at the British Fashion Awards. She went on to work with virtually every major fashion house and photographer, appearing in campaigns for Chanel, Alexander McQueen, Louis Vuitton, Jean Paul Gaultier, Moschino, Hermès, Rimmel, and Anna Sui, among many others. Vogue Paris listed her as one of the top 30 models of the 2000s.

While at the peak of her modeling career, Cole embarked on a full-time academic pursuit, enrolling at King’s College, Cambridge, to study Art History, from which she graduated with top honors.

Lily Cole is famous for:

Her iconic supermodel status: Being one of the most recognizable and distinctive models of her generation, particularly in the 2000s, known for her unique appearance.
Her successful transition to acting: She made her acting debut in the 2007 comedy “St. Trinian’s.” Her first leading role was as Valentina in Terry Gilliam’s fantasy film “The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus” (2009), where she starred alongside Heath Ledger (in his final role), Johnny Depp, Jude Law, and Colin Farrell. Other notable film roles include “There Be Dragons” (2011), “Snow White and the Huntsman” (2012), and “Elizabeth I and Her Enemies” (2017 TV series).
Her commitment to ethical and environmental causes: Cole is a prominent advocate for sustainability and social responsibility. She co-founded Impossible.com, a tech platform promoting a “gift economy” (where people share skills and services for free). She has also actively campaigned for environmental issues, including rainforest preservation with WWF (Sky Rainforest Rescue). She launched a collection of eco-friendly knitwear and has invested in sustainable businesses.
Her work as an author and creative: She published her first book, “Who Cares Wins: Reasons for Optimism in Our Changing World” (2020), which explores sustainability, activism, and the future. She also hosts a podcast of the same name. She has directed short films and documentaries.

Cole represents a unique blend of high-fashion glamour, intellectual curiosity, and dedicated activism, continually using her platform to promote positive change.

Have participated (Selected Filmography, Books, and Ventures):

Film (Actress):

St. Trinian’s (2007)
The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009) – Valentina
Passages (2009) (short film)
There Be Dragons (2011)
The Moth Diaries (2011)
Confession of a Child of the Century (2012)
Snow White and the Huntsman (2012) – Greta
The Zero Theorem (2013)
London Fields (2018)
Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017) – Cameo as Lovey (uncredited)

Television (Actress):

Doctor Who (2011) – The Siren
Playhouse Presents (2012)
Elizabeth I and Her Enemies (2017) – Queen Elizabeth I

Books:

“Who Cares Wins: Reasons for Optimism in Our Changing World” (2020)

Music Videos:

Primal Scream – “Country Girl” (2006)
Elton John – “I Want Love” (2001)

Modeling (Selected):

Covers: British Vogue, Italian Vogue, French Elle, W, Dazed & Confused, i-D, Pop, etc.
Campaigns: Chanel, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Alexander McQueen, Jean Paul Gaultier, Moschino, Rimmel, Anna Sui, Topshop, Miu Miu, Versace, Marc Jacobs, and many more.
Runway: Regularly walked for all major fashion houses during international fashion weeks.

Entrepreneurship/Other Ventures: